Early 20th Century Vintage Petite Walnut Davenport Writing Desk For Sale

The Davenport desk got its name from Captain Josiah Davenport who originally commissioned its design in the late 18th...

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Early 20th Century Vintage Petite Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

Name: Early 20th Century Vintage Petite Walnut Davenport Writing Desk
Price: 725 USD
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$725

Great Oaks Antiques

MADISON, VA

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The Davenport desk got its name from Captain Josiah Davenport who originally commissioned its design in the late 18th century. … more The Davenport desk got its name from Captain Josiah Davenport who originally commissioned its design in the late 18th century. Also sometimes referred to as a "ship captain's" desk, the style gained in popularity in the following century throughout much of Europe. During the Victorian era, its distinctive style and in particular its diminutive size made the desk an attractive piece for the lady of the house.

This desk features simple but classic design elements of the original Davenport desk - a leather (green) writing surface on a hinged, inclined top that lifts to reveal a storage area for paper and pens, and four drawers on either side of the desk. The desk sits atop casters, as was common for Victorian era pieces.

While we can't definitively confirm the provenance of this piece, however our suspicion is that it was a classic "bench made" item, skillfully handcrafted by a individual for personal use. It is crafted in the "petite" Davenport desk style, but our best guess is that it dates to the early 20th Century, so not technically from the Victoria era. That said, it is a beautiful, well-constructed desk with classic design elements and a lovely patina. It would be ideal for someone with limited space who is looking for a memorable and eye-catching piece.

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Dimensions: 19.5ʺW × 19.75ʺD × 30.5ʺH

Styles: Victorian

Table Knee Clearance: 23.5 in

Table Shape: Square

Period: Early 20th Century

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Leather; Walnut

Condition: Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color: Cinnamon

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Condition Notes: This piece is in overall very good condition with minimal signs of wear. Seller's Note: With all of our inventory, … moreThis piece is in overall very good condition with minimal signs of wear. Seller's Note: With all of our inventory, we do our best to research and identify the items for authenticity, and to carefully examine and report any flaws, or issues with each piece we offer for sale. With very few exceptions, the items we sell are vintage or antique, and as such will undoubtedly have some level of minor wear, patina and “character.” Please be sure to examine all photographs for more details. Additional photos or a video are available to interested parties upon request. less

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Early 20th Century Vintage Petite Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

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